The first match of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024 will be played between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. The match will be held on 30 August 2024 at 4:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs St Kitts and Nevis Patriots
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are the new entrants in the league this season, replacing the Jamaica Tallawahs. Captain Brandon King, Mohammad Amir, Fakhar Zaman, and Sam Billings are the key players in this team.
On the other hand, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots were not able to perform as expected last season and this time they have hopes from their team’s new endeavours. Their squad includes the likes of Tristan Stubbs, Evin Lewis, and Sikandar Raza.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs St Kitts and Nevis Patriots: Weather & Pitch Report
According to the pitch report, the pitch at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium is a flat track, where the fast bowlers can get bounce, and the conditions are average for batting as well.
In terms of weather, there is a possibility of rain during the day and the humidity may remain between 78-85%, while the temperature will be around 28 ° C.
Probable Playing XI
Antigua: Brandon King (C), Fakhar Zaman, Jewel Andrews, Sam Billings, Teddy Bishop, Imad Wasim, Fabian Allen, Justin Greaves, Mohammad Amir, Joshua James, Hayden Walsh
St Kitts: Evin Lewis (C), Andre Fletcher, Joshua Da Silva, Rilee Rossouw, Tristan Stubbs, Sherfane Rutherford, Sikandar Raza, Odean Smith, Anrich Nortje, Veeraswamy Peermaul, Dominic Drakes
Broadcasting and streaming in India:
- Telecast on TV: The official telecast of CPL 2024 will be on Star Sports Network.
- Live Streaming: Live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
Match Prediction
According to experts, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots may have a slight edge in this match as they have experience in the CPL, while Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are participating in the competition for the first time.
Therefore, it would be wise to bet on St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, as their experience and past performances can bring them closer to victory in this encounter.
